Theodore
Meaning: Gift of God — a name of divine generosity
Origin: Greek — from theos (god) + doron (gift)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #143
Total births: 3,505
History: Theodore surged in the 2010s-2020s as one of Australia's fastest-rising names. The vintage revival hit Australia hard — Theodore went from forgotten to top 10. Theodore represents the dramatic shift in Australian naming taste toward the classic and substantial.
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| Current rank (2025) | #3 |
| Babies named Theodore in 2025 | 440 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 3,505 |
| Peak year | 2024 (442 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #3 |
| Years in records | 2015–2025 (11 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 12 spots |
Frequently asked about Theodore
What does the name Theodore mean?
Theodore means “Gift of God — a name of divine generosity” from Greek — from theos (god) + doron (gift) roots.
What is the origin of the name Theodore?
Theodore has Greek — from theos (god) + doron (gift) origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God — a name of divine generosity”.
How popular is Theodore in Australia?
Theodore ranked #3 in Australia in 2025 — given to 440 babies that year.
When was Theodore most popular?
Theodore peaked in 2024 with 442 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Theodore a boy or girl name?
Theodore is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Theodores in registered births are male.
Is the name Theodore rising or falling in popularity?
Theodore has risen 12 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #15 in 2020 to #3 in 2025.
How long has Theodore been recorded in Australia?
Theodore appears in birth records in Australia across 11 years — from 2015 through 2025.